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Who knew that paper is an amazing building material? Scholars learn about the properties of planar materials, such as paper, as well as their structural capabilities in the sixth activity a series of 11 on architecture. Working in groups, they construct the tallest possible paper structure that supports a pencil.
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Instructional Ideas
- Conduct a contest to see which group builds the best structure
Classroom Considerations
- Activity requires some readily available materials
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Pros
- Encourages teamwork and collaboration
Cons
- It is highly likely learners have done a similar activity in lower grade levels